Why choose the UIC Honors College?
The Honors College offers you the advantages of a small college with the opportunities of a large research university. The UIC Honors College fosters a community of academic excellence, connects students with premier faculty, and promotes civic engagement and leadership opportunities. As a member of the Honors College, you will be a part of this community of exceptional students who engage in academic endeavors starting in the classroom and extending beyond the campus. Opportunities include:honors coursework Faculty AdvisorsOne of the biggest benefits of membership in the Honors College is access to mentoring by UIC faculty. At the end of freshman year, you will be assigned a fellow - a faculty member in your field. You can expect your faculty fellow to serve as an honors adviser, as well as a career mentor.
Fellows also encourage and act as advisers regarding participation in departmental honors programs. Your fellow can guide you in important directions - they know the career outlook in their fields, the resources of their departments, and the procedures for preparing for graduate study. Academic ResourcesAs a member of the Honors College, you will benefit from personalized advising. With a low student-to-advisor ratio, you can build one-on-one relationshipswith faculty and professional advising staff. Burnham Hall, the Honors College's home, houses an array of facilities to meet your needs as an honors student, including a computer lab, student lounge, tutoring center, and 24-hour study space. |
ScholarshipsThe Honors College offers several merit- and need-based scholarships for honors students. Scholarships are available also available to support undergraduate research and study abroad opportunities. In addition, UIC's Office of Special Scholarship Programs assists students in applying for nationally competitive scholarships, providing information about awards, advice on application preparation, and assistance throughout the application process.
Honors College Advisory Board Red Shoes Review, a literary journal Society of Future Physicians Alternative Spring Break Journal for Pre-Health Affiliated Students Honors College String Ensemble One World, a global issues magazine As an Honors College student, you may elect to live in specially designated Honors Housing, designed to build a sense of community among scholars and foster learning outside of the classroom How to ApplyOnce admitted to UIC, you may apply to the Honors College. Incoming freshmen, transfer students, and current UIC students are encouraged to apply. Honors College students may pursue any undergraduate major. |
